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The Top 20 Attractions around Mijas

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Mijas. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Mijas is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 12, 2025

Puerto Marina, Benalmádena

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The sports port of Benalmádena, already twice awarded the "Best Sports Harbor in the World", is considered the most impressive port and residential complex in Europe.

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Paloma Park

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Public park with many interesting plants and trees and free roaming chickens and other animals.
In the water you can discover turtles.
In the northern part is still a worth seeing cactus park.

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Thieves' Tower

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A 13th century watchtower

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The cactus garden is part of the Parque La Poloma. It is located in the northern part of the park and you can admire very large and interesting cacti. The …

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House of the Navajas

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In the 1920s and 1930s, in addition to the first hotels such as the Parador de Montemar or the Castillo del Inglés (Santa Clara Residence Hotel), some wealthy families chose …

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Bermeja Watchtower

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This tower is one of three watchtowers on the Benalmádena coast.
more info: malaga.es/en/turismo/patrimonio/lis_cd-3834

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Shopping and promenade area in Mijas

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Small, attractive village with some very beautiful streets.
If it's not too crowded, a place to stroll and have a
Enjoy coffee in the nice inns.

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Encina Pass

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Puerto de la Encina is well signposted, with a wide esplanade and signs making it clear that we have arrived. It offers views of Malaga city and the mountains of …

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Sohail Castle

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The castle, built under the Arab Umayyads, was built at the mouth of the Fuengirola River. Its ruins are located south of the river, 38 metres above sea level. The …

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Statue of Ibn al-Baytar

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Diyāʾ al-Dīn Abū Muhammad ʿAbd Allah ibn Aḥmad al-Mālaqī, commonly known as Ibn al-Bayṭār (Arabic: ابن البيطار) (1197–1248 AD) was an Andalusian Arab physician, botanist, pharmacist, and scientist. His main …

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Molino de Inca Botanical Garden

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Restored in 2003, the Botanical Garden has almost a thousand plant species, including 150 varieties of palm trees, 300 trees and about 400 bushes that can be seen from several …

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